Saturday February 17th, 2018
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Tony 'n Tina's Wedding
Celebrate the nuptials of Tony Nunzio and Tina Vitale in all its tacky and hilarious glory. Following the service is a reception where you will join the wedding party and their bickering families for a pasta dinner, champagne toasts, wedding cake and dancing to the live band "Donnie Dulce & Fusion"!… >>
Glenn Miller Orchestra: Key Bank Pops
With its unique sound, the Glenn Miller Orchestra is considered to be one of the greatest bands of all time. Add the amazing big band talents of the brass and winds in the BPO, and the rich depth of the strings, and you’ve got one fantastic concert! Nick Hilscher, conductor
Mark Normand
Mark Normand is one of New York City’s funniest emerging talents who’s finally getting the recognition he deserves. Normand recently released his uproarious debut hour-long Comedy Central special "Don't Be Yourself," and has entertained audiences on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," "Conan," "Last… >>
Alliance for Quality Education Chess Festival
Tournament consists of 4 USCF dual-rated games. Swiss style, game 50. 4 Sections: Open; U1500; U1200: Unrated. US Chess Federation membership is required. Advance Entry fees: $20 for Open Section; $15 for Scholastics. Additional details and registration form may be found at: www.knightsof64.com.
Valentine's Day Party
Valentine's Day Party at Buddy Knaus Amvet's Post - A night to hang out with your honey. Presenting "Take Cover Band" - Buffalo's premier classic rock, rock, dance and country band. Saturday, Feb. 17, 2018 4721 Broadway, Depew NY $10.00 Cover Charge Includes: Open Bar ( Well Drinks ... Draft Beer ...… >>
Top Leaf - Book Reading & Signing
1045 Elmwood Gallery for the Arts is pleased to announce a special event at our gallery. A book reading and signing will take place on February 17, 2018 by author Jennifer Gold who will be reading from her newly published children’s book (a book recommended for children 3 to 8 yrs) “Top Leaf.” The author… >>
Buffalo Niagara Brewer's Invitational
The WNY Brewer’s Invitational – A true VIP Experience! Celebrate the creativity happening in Western New York's thriving craft beer scene - meet the brewer's, and learn about the process of brewing, while enjoying over 50 unique beers brewed for the Craft lover! If you’re looking for a truly unique… >>
Wine Society - Port & Sherry -- How It's Made
Wine Society 2018Expand your knowledge, share your passion, and develop your wine sensory skills by participating in Victorianbourg's Wine Society! Our First Meeting Date: February 17th Time: 6:30 Topic: Port and Sherry -- How it's Made For this wine society meeting we will delve into the wine world… >>
Celebrating African American Authors
On Saturday, February 17th, the community can come to "Celebrating African American Authors!" The event will include spoken word poetry, African drum lessons, BINGO for Books with the Buffalo Urban League Young Professionals, and more!The event is FREE! Breakfast and lunch are provided. Children 12… >>
Resident Winter Birds: How They Survive
Those hardy species which tough out the extreme conditions of winter may be quiet in voice buy activity abounds. Learn how physical adaptations, behaviors and relationship changes among our overwintering birds help them make the best of what nature dishes out during the cold months. Cost: $10.00
Non-Toxic Intaglio Printmaking
This demonstration primarily shows a non-toxic intaglio technique. By employing acrylic plates (or “plexiglass”) as a matrix, participants will utilize a material that is not only easily accessible but also inexpensive. To establish an image on the acrylic plate, a drypoint technique will be used. Acrylic… >>
Fold & Stitch Studio
A group for bookbinders & crafters, held once a month! Join our open studio for crafters, bookbinders, scrapbookers & more. Work on independent projects while learning folds, stitches, tips & tricks by Open Studio lead Janna Willoughby-Lohr of Papercraft Miracles. Each Open Studio will center around… >>
Asbury Pointe Retirement Community Open House
Come see what maintenance-free retirement community living is all about! Guests can tour the grounds – including the beautifully-appointed apartments with such amenities as granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and custom cupboards – speak to current residents, get answers to the questions… >>
Enter The Haggis w/ McCarthyizm
Since 1995, Enter the Haggis have led the charge among Celtic Folk Rock bands, delighting fans with their memorable performances, inspired songwriting, musical proficiency and high quality recordings. The Toronto-based band has released eight acclaimed studio albums, the most recent debuting at #9 on… >>
Visionary Impressionist Ylli Haruni - "A Look into the Heart of Western NY"
Artist Ylli Haruni's Exhibition "Visionary Impressionism/ A Look Into The Heart Of Western NY" Ylli Is a multilingual International artist from Albania who spends three months yearly in Mediterranean Europe to soak up the atmosphere but also paints exquisite local impressionistic views of North Tonawanda,… >>
Magic Show and Dinner
Five Magicians from Buffalo & Rochester will amaze and astonish you with dazzling mind tricks AFTER a delicious buffet dinner to include appetizers and dessert! Google Ted Burzynski to get a sneak preview! Call 716.681.4538 or email josephs@josephscatering.com for tickets. Ask about our special ticket… >>
Wegmans Family Days: Rainforest Exploration
10am-2pm - Included with Botanical Garden admission - $11 adults, $10 seniors (62+), $9 students (13+ with ID), $6 Kids 3-12, members and kids 2 and under are free! Have fun with your food in the Wegmans Family Garden and at stations throughout the Botanical Gardens between 10am and 2pm. See the schedule… >>
Swim-Skate-Play Family Fun Day - Adult Dodgeball Tournament
Family fun event that includes a Day Pass to one our areas premier sports and recreation facilities. Our friends at the CCC will be co-hosting this awesome event that will include indoor swimming, ice skating, and open gym for the whole family. Admission is $10 for your entire family!! This event will… >>
Greater Buffalo Train & Toy Show
It's time for the WNYRHS 27th Annual WNYRHS Winter Train and Toy Show 2018! Dads, Moms and Kids of all ages will love the operating train layouts. More than 400 Tables filled with great deals and things to see! See - NOME's "N" gauge layout, the Flower City TinPlate Trackers, Gowanda & Buffalo Model… >>
A Sentinmental Journey
Rose By Martin Sherman
Joe Diebold
Arcangel Gallery Exhibit - 10am-5pm - Included with Botanical Garden admission - $11 adults, $10 seniors (62+), $9 students (13+ with ID), $6 Kids 3-12, members and kids 2 and under are free! Joe is a local photographer who specializes primarily in Wedding, Family and Nature photography. Joe and his… >>
Happy F**king Trees
Local artist Jonathan Stafford returns to 1045 Elmwood Gallery to exhibit his new body of work “Happy F**king Trees,” which includes oils of landscapes & trees at 1045 Elmwood Gallery for the Arts. Exhibit on view February 1 through February 28, 2018.Opening Reception with the artist: First Friday,… >>
Exhibition: George Afedzi Hughes, The Politics of Identity
George Afedzi Hughes’ work involves painting and performance art, utilizing the turbulence of colonialism as a premise to highlight parallels between that violent history and contemporary global conflicts. His solo exhibition at the Buffalo Arts Studio reflects the politics of identity through the lens… >>
INDOOR SOCCER Ages 2-7 yrs old - Soccer Shots
Join us for our indoor Winter Season of Soccer Shots near you! Soccer Shots is a 4 season program to keep the kids active all year long! These classes offer Character Development, and Soccer Fundamentals in a Non-Competitive and Age Appropriate setting. Soccer Shots will help your child's physical health,… >>
William Shakespeare's The Tragedy of Hamlet - A Group Reading
Group Reading and Understanding for Non-Specialists at The Roycroft Inn with author/teacher MASON WINFIELD Why is Hamlet often considered the world's greatest play? Does Hamlet bear a curse? What is "the Hamlet problem"? Does the mysterious play represent the beginning of psychology? How much suggestion… >>
Far Away
Torn Space Theater returns to the great dramatic canon with a new interpretation of 'Far Away' by renowned British playwright, Caryl Churchill. In the play a young girl witnesses a disturbing act, grows up to become a hatmaker, and marries a soldier- but nothing is quite what it seems in Far Away. Caryl… >>
Whole Life Challenge Online Program
An eight-week online health and wellbeing program designed to improve your health, happiness and overall connectedness using seven daily habits. The online game format allots points for reaching daily goals, challenges and reflections. In-person body assessments at the beginning and end of the Challenge… >>
No Soil Better: Art and the Living Legacy of Frederick Douglass
No Soil Better is an exhibition of new artworks by a diverse group of emerging and established artists including Yvonne Buchanan, Caitlin Cass, Shawn Dunwoody, Annette Daniels Taylor, Olivia Kim, Luvon Sheppard, Thievin’ Stephen, Meleko Mokgosi, Rodney Taylor, and the Rochester Public Library. The featured… >>
2018 SPCA Annual Raffle
The SPCA will be holding its Annual Raffle, presented by Orvilles, from Monday, February 5th until Friday, March, 23rd. All proceeds benefit the shelter’s programs and services that allow us to continue to rescue and rehabilitate homeless animals in our community. Prizes include a 4-piece Orville’s… >>
BUILDING BUFFALO: Buildings From Books, Books From Buildings
This new exhibit, open free to the public, focuses on an outstanding collection of rare and exquisitely illustrated books encompassing the history of architecture and landscape design from the late 15th through mid-20th Century. Part of one of the finest civic collections on architecture in the country,… >>
SPRING SOCCER - Soccer Shots Sessions for 2-7 year olds
Join us for our outdoor Spring Season of Soccer Shots near you! Soccer Shots is a 4 season program to keep the kids active all year long! These classes offer Character Development, and Soccer Fundamentals in a Non-Competitive and Age Appropriate setting. Soccer Shots will help your child's phycial health,… >>
JCC Operation 90 Days
Join a Personal Trainer with a team of 2 or 3 people to focus on your own personal fitness goals. This competition is focused specifically on weight loss. Between training sessions, your Personal Trainer will provide a workout routine to support your fitness goals. PRIZES AWARDED TO: Individual male… >>
digiPlaySpace
Produced by TIFF (Toronto International Film Festival), digiPlaySpace is an interactive playground for kids and grown-ups alike where they can explore new media technologies, learning-centric games and hands-on installations. Guests will engage with 14 different interactive digital activities created… >>
We Wanted a Revolution: Black Radical Women, 1965–85
Focusing on the work of black women artists, We Wanted a Revolution: Black Radical Women, 1965–85 examines the political, social, cultural, and aesthetic priorities of women of color from the mid-1960s to the mid-1980s. It is the first exhibition to highlight the voices and experiences of women of color—distinct… >>
Buffalo Never Fails: The Queen City and World War I
Commemorating the 100th anniversary of America’s entry into World War I (WWI) in 1917, Buffalo Never Fails: The Queen City and World War I looks back to a critical time in our nation’s history, emphasizing Buffalo’s role in the war and the related consequences. This exhibition honors stories of individual… >>